Area Dispatch Lead: Freight & Delivery Ops

FailSafe Communications; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 54,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Parental Leave

United Compassion Fund

Employee Discount Program

Career Development

Vacation Buy Up (US)

Early Wage Access (US Hourly)

Paid Sick Leave

Inclusive culture

Job summary

United Rentals, Inc. is seeking an Area Dispatcher to organize the daily dispatch of drivers for a metro area in a safe and timely manner.

The role collaborates with Operations Managers and Inside Sales Reps to ensure deliveries are scheduled and executed to guarantee superior customer service. The ideal candidate will have a High School diploma or equivalent, a valid CDL/driver's license, strong safety awareness, and proven leadership and communication skills.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent is required.
• Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record.
• Technical knowledge of DOT/Federal Motor Carrier rules and regulations.
• Diligent attention to safety.
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong leadership, organization and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee dispatch of drivers within the metro-area to maximize efficiency and customer delivery responsiveness.
• Monitor driver progress and adjust schedules as pick-up and delivery orders come in.
• Maximize truck loads outbound and inbound.
• Optimize use of overtime and outside haulers to deliver superior customer service.
• As needed, support branches in maintaining customer relations via phone, making additions, cancellations, and changes regarding equipment location or delivery time.
• Demonstrate commitment to safety and discipline through exemplary personal compliance, accountability and pro‑active communication.
• Perform all safety inspections within company and governmental policies.
• Other duties assigned as needed

Skills

Leadership

Organization

Communication

Safety

Multitasking

DOT Regulations

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

United Rentals, Inc. is seeking an Area Dispatcher to organize the daily dispatch of drivers for a metro area in a safe and timely manner.

The role collaborates with Operations Managers and Inside Sales Reps to ensure deliveries are scheduled and executed to guarantee superior customer service. The ideal candidate will have a High School diploma or equivalent, a valid CDL/driver's license, strong safety awareness, and proven leadership and communication skills.